NURS903 – Dissertation
Module code
NURS903
Module title
Dissertation
Prescription
This module focuses on the development of a supervised research dissertation (90 credits) in which
the student will complete a study that will contribute to advancing nursing knowledge in their area
of specialisation.
Programmes
- HL0502
NZQA Level
Level 9
NZQA Credits
90
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 900
Resources required
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- May include: Project-based Learning; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices.
Methods may include workshops, peer review research supervision inquiry-based learning, group activities & discussion, supported online learning, - Learning Outcomes
- 1. Develop/ further develop a proposal which will provide a strong structure to guide the dissertation.
2. Discuss the philosophical theories that underpin research
3. Critically analyse and identify paradigms and methodologies for practice inquiry that are appropriate to address their identified research question(s).
4. Critically evaluate the ethical and cultural implications of research
5. Plan, manage and document a substantial and logically structured inquiry as original research for dissemination on a topic related to nursing practice. - Content
- • The content of the dissertation is mutually determined between the student and supervisor, dependent upon the student’s chosen topic of study
- Assessment Criteria
- This module will be marked externally and each student will be awarded a grade for their dissertation.
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- An extended reading list will be supplied by the tutor at the commencement of the module. This will be updated annually.
